CFX3 25-Liter

I'd been using a $250 Chinese cooler for sometime - ran fine on 12V from my truck forever and then when I needed it, it died. I did all the research and discovered that the Dometic - while more money than most - was simply the best and most reliable fridge / freezer available. It's evacuated walls insulate the cooler without added weight and keep my food cold...I set it at 36 degrees and walk away. It's a perfect size for me (45L) and I can store food for 2 people for a week without issue. It's very simple to use, with connections available via Bluetooth to monitor the fridge from around the truck. It comes with a divider that helps keep things organized - and I chose to equip mine with an optional durable protective cover (sold separately) to keep it from getting dinged and scratched. It's very quiet - and uses almost no electricity (15-25w when running cold. )

I bought this as a damaged item from Dometics Amazon page with a nice cost reduction. Had no idea how bad the damage was, (no pictures) but a $300 discount was worth checking out. Damage is cosmetic and on one side and no effect on operation. Not a big deal to me, since its likely to get bumps and bangs during use anyway. This is a great refrigerator/cooler in every way. As others have said, built like a tank. I used it in both A/C mode and DC 12v mode. Using my Yetti 3000, it was drawing 7 watts in standby and 80 watts with compressor running. But, in 12v DC mode, it drew zero in standby and only 55 watts with compressor running. I ran it for 24 hours and the draw was only 7% on the Yetti 3000. Really great news, just how long it will run without charging the Yetti. I also have solar, so this unit should run as long as I need. Note, that if your using a power supply (not vehicle) change the voltage setting to "low" otherwise you will get a yellow warning message saying low voltage. With setting at low using the Yetti there was no message. This unit is also very quiet, it was so quiet that I wasn't sure it was working when I first plugged it in. The temperature shown is about 2 degrees colder than what I have it set at. But, I would rather it be colder than warmer. I was not able to get the bluetooth to connect, but suspect its more of a phone issue and not a cooler issue. Plus don't think I will really need that and I have so many apps on my phone was happy to eliminate one. This is a great unit, just so happy with it. UPDATE 9-9-22 after using the Dometic on four trips. Works flawlessly, a bit heavy when fully loaded. On my last trip the Dometic 35 stopped working when on 12v but worked fine on 110v. Issue is not, let me repeat, is not the Dometic but rather the Yetti Goal Zero 3,000. Found out the cigarette lighter output on the Yetti Lithium 3,000 is not regulated and when battery reached 47%, the voltage dropped to 10.8v and the Dometic refrigerator will not run on that lower voltage. Yetti sells a cigarette lighter adapter that is regulated, but you have to spend another $48 for this on (w tax/shipping) very disappointing that the Yetti power supply will only work on 12v when battery is over 47%, unless you spend extra. The Yetti 3,000X doesn’t need this regulator, but the Yetti 3,000 lithium does. Important info for Yetti users. My Solar 100 briefcase supplies more than enough power to run the Dometic on full sun. Just love how cold the Dometic is for very little watts.

The Dometic CFX3 100 is an exceptional cooler and freezer that blends durability with superior functionality. Its generous 100-liter capacity is ideal for long journeys, while the VMSO3 variable motor speed optimization technology ensures effective cooling and freezing, even in harsh environments. I have adjusted the temperature from about -5F for freezing to the suggested 39F for standard food cooling. A standout feature is the Bluetooth app control which enables remote temperature monitoring and adjustment to about a distance of 30ft. That can come in handy while driving in the backcountry with the cooler in the back of a vehicle. The unit's sturdy construction makes it well-suited for outdoor activities. However, the cover, which must be purchased separately, is challenging to install on this cooler/freezer. The CFX3-100 is expensive, but its quality and warranty set it apart. The CFX3-100 remains a dependable and adaptable mobile refrigerator for any travel arrangement or emergency scenario. It works well on 120-volt home current or 12-24 volts with the cigarette lighter vehicle socket. It also functions well on various retail available lithium battery power stations.

Im disappointed needed it for a camping trip. Seen lots of videos on it on youtube.when it arrived i semi-opened follow instructions download the app. Setting it up with the app was almost impossible apparently it is difficult for android users to operate the app. I take it out the box I noticed a small crack by the handle bar base. I thought it was just a small scratch didn't think much of it and proceeded to connect it and wifi setting didnt connect to my phone. Bluetooth didnt work on my phone. When I inspect the crack its bigger than what I thought. How do they send items that are broken looks used. And noo I didnt buy the item used!

I've owned six Dometic electric coolers and the keyword would have to be "reliable". They seem like the "Toyota" of electric coolers. Whether or not they have all of the features desired by any particular user, THEY WORK. I'm currently using three of these coolers (I've given three others away). One is a small CDF-11 model (now discontinued) offering just 11 liters of space, that I use in my car for transporting small grocery purchases. The other two are a CFX3 55IM and a CFX3 25 that I use in my house for supplementary refrigeration. The CFX3 55IM has been running continuously as a "deep freeze" unit for three years uninterrupted. No issues. (I don't use the ice-maker.) The CFX3 25 has been running for just over a month. I was previously using a CFX3 35 but downsized to save space. As at least one other reviewer has noted, the digital temperature controls on these units can be a bit finicky. On the Fahrenheit scale, you might plug in a certain setting and the unit might change it. I'm still trying to figure out the pattern. Also, I don't rely on the "current" temperature readings as displayed on the control panels. Inside each of my CFX3 units, I have two ACU-RITE temperature sensors placed at or near the center of the interior, to allow me to monitor current temperatures as well as histories (watching for any significant "excursions"). The CFX3 55IM unit is set to 5 degrees Fahrenheit, and I get very consistent -2 to +2 degree readings from the two interior sensors. The CFX3 25 unit is set to 34 degrees Fahrenheit, and I get very consistent 39-43 degree readings from the two interior sensors. There does seem to be some temperature variation within the interior of the CFX3 units. Temperatures on/near the upper shelves seem a bit higher than in the centers of the units, which perhaps is not surprising since the shelves are higher (warmer air rises) and are above the compressors. I do use "thermal ballast" to help moderate the temperature variations but more importantly to provide added protection during power outages. Specifically, I use various combinations of YETI ice and the newer YETI thin ice, which fit neatly along the walls of the coolers. It's true, some space is thereby sacrificed, but the tradoff seems worth it. Of note, these electric coolers don't seem particularly effective at actually cooling (or freezing) items, and it doesn't appear that they're intended to do that (maybe with the exception of the small ice-maker in the CFX3 55IM model). However, they do seem quite effective at keeping items cool (or frozen) that are already cool (or frozen). Lastly, these units will accumulate frost/ice with prolonged use, but it doesn't seem to be a major issue.

It chills to refrigerator or freezer temperatures quickly. The build quality is as good as it gets. The blue tooth connectivity is pretty handy for checking temperature and normal operations while it’s buried in the back with luggage. It does have one negative, in that the user interface is not intuitive. It has a user interface control lock to prevent accidental bumping. I think it’s not intuitive that controls are locked and how to get out of it. The default printed manual is pictograms which is barely helpful. Their website has an english version. I do think this one attribute contributes to the frustrated reviews that claim dead-on-arrival. I suspect they didn’t figure out how to turn it on, which is certainly understandable.

Very light weight. Worked perfect with my tilt slide. It has a nice basket which makes it easy to load and unload. Uses very little power and I could not even hear it while driving. Took maybe 15 minutes to get down to 35 degrees. Came very well packaged and the directions were easy. I would buy again.

This is a review of the Dometic CFX45. This is a quality cooler at a high price point. The build quality is excellent, the controls are simple, easy to use, and the cooler is whisper quiet. Because it uses compressor technology it’s on the heavy side, but the handles are robust making a loaded cooler an easy carry for two. The cooler functions well under both AC and DC power. There’s plenty of room for canned drinks and other food items such as fruit and veggies. I’ve owned several portable AC/DC coolers and the Dometic is by far the best in terms of quality and functionality,